Troubleshooting Guide - Porter-Cable C2002 Instruction Manual

occur. Prior to attempting any repairs, unplug the air compressor and
bleed off all air tank air pressure.
PROBLEM
Excessive tank pressure
- safety valve pops off.
Air leaks at fittings.
Air leaks in air tank or at
air tank welds.
Air leaks between head
and valve plate.
Air leak from safety
valve.
Knocking Noise.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving
parts or compressed air sources. Personal injury may
Pressure switch does
not shut off motor
when compressor
reaches "cut-out"
pressure.
Pressure switch "cut-
out" too high.
Tube fittings are not
tight enough.
Defective air tank.
Leaking seal.
Possible defect in safety
valve.
Possible defect in safety
valve.
CAUSE
17 - ENG
CORRECTION
Move On/Auto/Off lever
to the "Off" position, if
the outfit does not shut
off contact a Trained
Service Technician.
Contact a Trained
Service Technician.
Tighten fittings where air
can be heard escaping.
Check fittings with
soapy water solution.
Do Not Overtighten.
Air tank must be
replaced. Do not repair
the leak.
drill into, weld or
otherwise modify air
tank or it will weaken.
The tank can rupture
or explode.
Contact a Trained
Service Technician.
Operate safety valve
manually by pulling on
ring. If valve still leaks,
it should be replaced.
Operate safety valve
manually by pulling on
ring. If valve still leaks,
it should be replaced.
Do
not
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